News
Council News is a bi-monthly newsletter full of information important to the Lockyer Valley region.
Limited hardcopies will be available at Lockyer Valley Libraries and Customer Service Centers in Laidley and Gatton.
Click here to view the latest edition.
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Mark the date for the Winter Sports Showcase
Media ReleasesDon’t let the temperatures fool you - the winter sports season is right around the corner.
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Councillors and staff raise more than $4600 for charities in 2024
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has rounded out 2024 by raising more than $4600 for local charities.
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Community invited to help shape the future in Liveability Survey
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is calling on the community to have their say for a vibrant and liveable future in the 2025 Lockyer Valley Liveability Survey.
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Australia Day celebrations across the Lockyer Valley
Media ReleasesAustralia Day 2025 offers an opportunity to reflect on our recent challenges, respect those who put others before themselves and celebrate our nation’s resilience and unity.
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Council’s Environmental Grants Program recipients awarded
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has awarded grant funding to the recipients of the Community Environmental Grants Program for 2024/25.
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Council Hosts In-Person Chats at Community Gatherings
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Councillors and Council Officers will be available for a series of community pop-up events throughout 2025.
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Region celebrates Christmas at the Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival
Media ReleasesCrowds flocked to North Street in Gatton to celebrate the Christmas spirit at the 2024 Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival.
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Register now for weather warnings
Media ReleasesWith the summer season now upon us, Lockyer Valley Regional Council is encouraging residents to be proactive and subscribe to its free weather warning service, Early Warning Network.
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New flood warning infrastructure boosts safety in the Lockyer Valley
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council continues to bolster community safety during floods, installing two new flood cameras and new electronic warning signs at seven high-risk sites.
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Council partners with EcoSig to tackle vape waste
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has joined forces with a major Queensland player in the fight to tackle single-use vapes and e-cigarette waste.
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Council welcomes 17 new citizens
Media ReleasesThree families and six individuals have rounded out 2024 in the best way possible – officially becoming Australian citizens.
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Don’t get caught out this severe weather season
Media ReleasesWith an already wet start to the storm season, Lockyer Valley Regional Council is urging residents to prepare their homes for severe weather now.
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Holiday Closures 2024
Media ReleasesCouncil offices will be closed from 1pm on Tuesday, 24 December 2024, reopening 8.30am on Tuesday, 2 January 2025 (9am for Laidley Customer Service and Library).
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Council has excess waste sorted
Media Releases‘Tis the season of excess, waste included, which is why Lockyer Valley Regional Council is reminding residents they can dispose of a host of items free of charge at the region’s transfer stations.
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Parking changes for East Street, Gatton
Media ReleasesParking changes will soon be implemented along a portion of East Street, Gatton following consultation earlier this year.
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Council welcomes First Steps Early Childhood Learning Centre
Media ReleasesThe transition of ownership of the Gatton Child Care Centre is now finalised after Lockyer Valley Regional Council identified a suitable buyer for the facility.
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Council urges community to prepare for flood season
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is closely monitoring seasonal forecasts to enhance its flood readiness.
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Council committed to walking the walk
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is committed to walking the walk – so much so that it has recently completed works to further boost accessibility and safety for its residents.
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Christmas fun at Lockyer Libraries these school holidays
Media ReleasesThe Christmas School holidays are almost here, and Lockyer Valley Libraries is your one-stop-shop for activities and events to keep your children entertained throughout the summer break.
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Clubs urged to put their hands up for the Winter Sports Showcase
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking expressions of interest for the region’s upcoming Winter Sports Showcase.
